Operation Manual

Magnetically coupled centrifugal pump Ocean Runner OR 1200 Ocean Runner OR 2500 Ocean Runner OR 3500 Ocean Runner OR 6500

Circulation pumps for fresh and salt water aquariums. In purchasing this pump you have selected a top quality product. It has been specifically developed for aquarium use and extensively tested by experts.

1. Features
The Ocean Runner Series of magnetically coupled centrifugal pumps are very quiet in operation. They have fully encapsulated synchronous motors and can operate completely safely either submerged or out of the water. The polished ceramic shaft and bearing is practically wear resistant, ensuring a long operating life. An integrated thermal overheat protection device prevents damage to the windings should the impeller rotation be impeded. The pumps can be easily taken apart for cleaning. All materials are salt water resistant. CAUTION: Do not operate the pump without water in the impeller chamber Do not allow the pump to remain in water which may freeze IMPORTANT NOTE: Operate the pump only at the voltage shown on the product label

2. Table 1: Technical Data

Model Supply requirement see label on the pump Power consumption Maximum flow Maximum head Connection pressure side (male thread) Connection suction side (male thread) Cable length Protection Rating Max. depth Max. water temperature Ocean Runner OR 1200 230V~/50Hz
110V~/60 Hz 230V~/60 Hz 100V+ 50(60)Hz

Ocean Runner OR 2500 230V~/50Hz

110V~/60 Hz 230V~/60 Hz 100V+ 50(60)Hz

Ocean Runner OR 3500 230V~/50Hz

110V~/60 Hz 230V~/60 Hz 100V+ 50(60)Hz

Ocean Runner OR 6500 230V~/50Hz

110V~/60 Hz 230V~/60 Hz 100V+ 50(60)Hz

25 watts

38 watts

65 watts 3500 l/h (58 l/m) c. 900 gph 3.2 m c. 10.5 ft or glue joint DN25 1

1200 l/h (20 l/m) 2500 l/h (40 l/m) c. 300 gph c. 650 gph 1.6 m 2.6 m c. 5.3ft c. 8.6 ft

95 watts at 180 cm 6500 l/h (108 l/m) c.1700 gph 3.8 m c. 12.5 ft 1 1

3m (c. 10 ft) IP68 1 m (c. 3 ft) 35C

3m (c. 10 ft) IP68 1 m (c. 3 ft) 35C

3m (c. 10 ft) IP68 1 m (c. 3 ft) 35C

3m (c. 10 ft) IP68 1 m (c. 3 ft) 35C

Fig 1. Operating capacity of the Ocean Runner pumps with open bore pipe

Ocean Runner
4 Head (m) 3 2 1
1 2 3 4

0 0 1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 7000 Flow (l/h)

OR 1200 1 OR 3500 3 OR- 2500 - 2 OR -6500 - 4

3 . Connections
Suction side: The suction side may be connected with flexible hose, using the hose fitting (13) included. As another option, the male thread of the pump housing (7) can be connected to a standard PVC fitting and pipe. The relevant sizes are shown in Table 1. Pressure side: The pressure side can be connected with a flexible hose, using the hose fitting (15/16) included. This hose fitting must also to be fitted if the pump is used as a pure current pump. If the pump is operated as a stand alone device, the socket (17) should be glued into the pump housing using PVC glue (e.g.Tangit) (OR 3500 only) If the pump is used as return pump, it can be directly connected to PVC pipe. With the OR 3500 the socket is removed and the pipe glued directly into the pump using PVC glue.. If the pump is set up in this way, the pump head may not be less than 1 m. This method of plumbing gives the best results, see fig 1 (capacity). With all other pumps, a threaded connector has to be screwed on the pressure fitting of the pump. The relevant sizes are shown in Table 1. If a hard pipe is used for connecting the pumps, we recommend the use of a short section of flexible hose to avoid vibration.

4. Exploded parts diagram

15 18 16 17

10 2 3 4 1 8 5 20 9 12 7 19 (4x) 6 11

Hose connection OR 1200, OR 2500, OR 6500

14 13

Hose connection OR 3500

Fig 2: Parts List

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. motor housing rotor / magnet impeller ceramic shaft O ring bayonet-lock lid of the pump housing washer large washer small rubber bearing 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. filter basket lid of the filter basket hose connection 1 washer 1 nut hose connection adapter nipple / 25 mm for glueing washer rubber sucker (4 pcs) holding plate Hose connection for OR 1200, OR 2500 and OR 6500 15. nut 15a. nut for hose connection 16. hose connection 17. screw-in adapter nipple 18. washer 21. O rings (2 pcs)

5. Mounting:
The pump may be installed submerged or out of the water. However it is not self priming and, if set up out of the water, has to be installed below the water surface level. If used submerged, we recommend removing the hose connection (13) on the suction side and fitting the filter basket (11). At no time should the pump be run dry. The bottom plate (20) with the rubber suckers (19) can be fitted to the pump on 3 sides so the outlet positioned can be adjusted. After setting up the pump ensure you can always reach the power plug.

Maximum depth must not exceed 1m

A Examples of (A) out of water and (B) submerged set up

Safety advice: The pump is constructed for indoor aquarium use only. Before working on the aquarium the power plug must be disconnected from the mains electrical supply. The connection cable and the power plug must not be changed. If the power cable is damaged, the pump must be scrapped. If the pump is used submerged, the filter (11,12) or the hose connection must be used.

6. Maintenance / Cleaning
CAUTION: Disconnect the power before you start any work on the pump. The pump is designed to have a low maintenance requirement and under normal conditions will be very reliable. However the filter housing and all rotating parts must be cleaned regularly (1 to 5). Remove the pipe connections and undo the bayonet (6) on the pump housing. Now remove the suction connection (7). Caution: This part is a tight fit because it has an O ring seal and must be removed carefully so as not to break the ceramic shaft (4). The complete magnet (2) and impeller (3) assembly can now be withdrawn, cleaned under running water and reassembled.

7. Failures
If the pump fails to operate check the power connection and fuse. If no fault is found, the pump may be blocked and must be cleaned See Maintenance / Cleaning above If the pump is noisy, the pump head (1 to 5) has to be cleaned. If the magnet or the impeller is damaged, both can be changed. The impeller (3) can be removed from the magnet (2).

8. Warranty
Should any defect in materials or workmanship be found within twelve months of the date of undertakes to repair, or at our option replace, the defective part free of purchase charge always provided the product has been installed correctly, is used for the purpose that was intended by us, is used in accordance with the operating instructions and is returned to us carriage paid. Proof of Purchase is required by presentation of the original invoice or receipt indicating the dealers name, the model number and date of purchase, or a Guarantee Card if appropriate. This warranty may not apply if any model or production number has been altered, deleted or removed, unauthorised persons or organisations have executed repairs, modifications or alterations, or damage is caused by accident, misuse or neglect. We regret we are unable to accept any liability for any consequential loss. Please note that the product is not defective under the terms of this Warranty where the product, or any of its component parts, was not originally designed and / or manufactured for the market in which it is used. These statements do not affect your statutory rights as a customer. If your product does not appear to be working correctly or still appears to be defective having followed the instructions in 6. & 7. above, please contact your dealer in the first instance. Before calling your dealer please ensure you have read and understood the operating instructions. If you have any questions your dealer cannot answer please contact us We reserve the right to make technical changes to this product.
, 09,2002